Dimensions: Cup Mouth Diameter 9.5cm x Height 4cm | Capacity: Approx. 150-180ml

Inscription: "When people are idle, osmanthus falls; The night is still, and spring mountains are empty." (Wang Wei) · Xiaojian

Poetry & Cultural Meaning

The cup features one of the most iconic lines from the Tang Dynasty poet Wang Wei, capturing the essence of Zen tranquility:

"人閒桂花落，夜靜春山空" (Rén Xián Guì Huā Luò, Yè Jìng Chūn Shān Kōng)

—— "When people are idle, osmanthus flowers fall; The night is still, and the spring mountains are empty."

· Inscribed by Xiaojian

This poem describes a moment of profound peace found only in solitude. "Idle" here does not mean lazy, but rather free from worldly distractions—a state of mindfulness. The falling osmanthus signifies the unnoticed passage of time, while the "empty" mountains represent a mind uncluttered by thoughts. This cup is designed to be your companion in those quiet moments, helping you disconnect from chaos and reconnect with your inner self through the ritual of tea.

Craftsmanship & Design

• Shallow 'Pool' Shape: Known as "Pool" (普爾) or Jianzhan-style in some traditions, this cup has a wide, shallow body and a slightly flared rim. It is specifically designed to enhance the visual appreciation of tea, allowing you to watch the liquor's color and the leaves' movement. Ideal for Gongfu tea brewing where aroma concentration is key.

• Heritage Qingbai Glaze: Crafted using Jingdezhen's millennium-old Qingbai (Blue-White) technique. Fired at 1300°C, the porcelain achieves a translucent, jade-like quality that feels cool and smooth against the skin.

• Expressive Calligraphic Brushwork: Instead of mechanical prints, the characters are hand-painted onto the clay body before firing. The fluid, sweeping strokes capture the dynamic energy of the poem, making each cup a unique piece of art that celebrates the fusion of poetry and pottery.

Perfect For

• Afternoon tea sessions where you can pause and appreciate the beauty of simplicity.

• A sophisticated gift for lovers of classical Chinese poetry, Zen philosophy, or mindfulness practices.

• Display in a minimalist tea cabinet as a symbol of peace and refined taste.

Note: Hand wash only to preserve the delicate glaze and the integrity of the hand-painted calligraphy. Due to the handmade nature, dimensions may vary slightly by ±0.2cm.